Research Paper Why do a lot of veterans need service dogs? The simple answer to that question is what happened over seas and their relocation with society. When a service member comes home and all the sudden feels like the purpose of living and the career they had is gone. Service dogs help them relive the life they lost. When their life feels lost their whole view on life is gone. Some veterans need special dogs to help them with the emotional scars. “Having to praise the animals help traumatized veterans overcome emotional numbness”(Smithsonian). “Having a pet can save veterans from committing suicide or harming themselves (Healing Vets). An emotional support dogs do not need any special training but other support dogs need very special
